Sir William Hamilton: Envoy Extraordinary
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Brian Fothergill
Binding: Hardback
Published: Faber and Faber, 1969
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
Brian Fothergill's Sir William Hamilton: Envoy Extraordinary chronicles the remarkable life of a pivotal figure in 18th-century diplomacy and archaeology. This compelling biography presents Hamilton's multifaceted career, from his influential role as British envoy to the Kingdom of Naples to his passionate pursuits in art and antiquities. The narrative uncovers his significant contributions to classical scholarship and his complex personal relationships, including his famous marriage to Emma Hamilton. Fothergill masterfully illustrates the political intrigues and cultural vibrancy of the era through Hamilton's experiences. Readers gain a comprehensive understanding of a man who shaped both international relations and the burgeoning field of archaeology, making this an essential read for history enthusiasts.
Author: Brian Fothergill
Binding: Hardback
Published: Faber and Faber, 1969
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
Brian Fothergill's Sir William Hamilton: Envoy Extraordinary chronicles the remarkable life of a pivotal figure in 18th-century diplomacy and archaeology. This compelling biography presents Hamilton's multifaceted career, from his influential role as British envoy to the Kingdom of Naples to his passionate pursuits in art and antiquities. The narrative uncovers his significant contributions to classical scholarship and his complex personal relationships, including his famous marriage to Emma Hamilton. Fothergill masterfully illustrates the political intrigues and cultural vibrancy of the era through Hamilton's experiences. Readers gain a comprehensive understanding of a man who shaped both international relations and the burgeoning field of archaeology, making this an essential read for history enthusiasts.